Zanzibar is really one of the most beautiful places in the world. I took this photo from hanging out on the rooftop of a boat, slowly sailing past this quiet fishing village beach. Enjoying the beautiful nature of Zanzibar is one of the best things to do in Zanzibar. If you’re interested, check out this [...]
Photo: Fresh Turmeric Root in Sri Lanka
by Mark Wiens on May 4, 2012
Sri Lankan food is extremely delicious, and one of the spices that’s a fundamental part of the cuisine is turmeric root. I took this photo in an area near Pusselawa and the turmeric was picked by a local grandmother that proceeded to cook one of the best chicken curries I’ve ever tasted in my life!
Warning: These Mexican Food Photos Will Make You Drool!
by Mark Wiens on May 3, 2012
I went 3.5 years without Mexican food, apart from that Sri Lankan chorizo. So when I returned to the States for a quick visit, Mexican food was one cuisine that my stomach was begging me for. Phoenix, Arizona, is where is satisfied myself. There are random restaurants serving semi-authentic Mexican food in Asia, but I just nearly [...]
Pettah Market: Walk Through Colombo’s Most Hectic Shopping District
by Mark Wiens on April 10, 2012
In the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka, is the madness of Pettah Market. It’s possibly the best place in Colombo to get initiated into the local Sri Lankan hustle and bustle, to ingest the sounds and smells, and to get a flavor of life in Colombo. At Pettah Market, life thrives. If you’ve read any [...]
Photo Favorite: Beautiful Tree Lined Road in Guilin
by Mark Wiens on April 6, 2012
It’s not only the gorgeous Li River or the karst mountain peaks that make Guilin so beautiful, but even just the trees are famous. This street near downtown Guilin city in China was lined with trees that neatly shaded the entire road making the scenery beautiful!
Photo Favorite: Krabi Style Dim Sum
by Mark Wiens on March 30, 2012
Krabi dim sum is a lot different from Hong Kong dim sum. For starters, the dumplings are much smaller. They are steamed in little glass dishes instead of the classic bamboo steamers, and most of the dumplings rely solely on pork, whereas Hong Kong dim sum uses a larger variety of ingredients. Both are good, [...]
Photo Favorite: Dramatic Clouds at Ao Nang Beach
by Mark Wiens on March 23, 2012
There are a few things you should never do in Krabi, but watching a sunset with dramatic clouds is not one of them.
8 Gorgeous Photos of Washington DC (in Black and White)
by Mark Wiens on March 22, 2012
1. Washington Monument It was my first time to visit the capital city of the United States. I was surprised at how pleasant the city was, a great place to walk around and check out the many familiar sites of historical significance. Like visiting the attractions in Egypt, I already had so many mental pictures [...]
About Mark Wiens
Hey! My name is Mark. After graduating from university, I decided to travel the world!
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